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Brought to you by Penguin. Gold (noun): A precious, yellow metal, prized for its beauty. Inert, immune to corrosion, highly malleable though with little utility. Seen as pure wealth. The definitive biography of the metal that has shaped our world – and may yet determine its fate. The Secret...

Over the centuries, gold had stirred the passions for power and glory, for beauty and security, and even for immortality. No other object has commanded so much veneration over such a long period of time. The most striking feature of this long history is that gold led most of the...

From the 13th-century rise of the Mali Empire to the transatlantic slave trade and Ghana's 1957 independence under Kwame Nkrumah, this series traces the full arc of Ghanaian history. Lucas and Luna explore the gold-rich Akan kingdoms, the Ashanti Empire's military resistance against British colonialism, and the fortified castles of Elmina and Cape Coast that witnessed centuries of human trafficking. They examine the legacy of Yaa Asantewaa's war, the rise of cocoa as a global commodity, and the pan-Africanist dreams that made Ghana a beacon for liberation movements worldwide. Each episode digs...

If you don't know who Taylor Swift is – well, you may just be the last person on the planet who can lay claim to that. The 25-year-old singer-songwriter is as big of a superstar as they come.

The Gold Hunters follows three men on a desperate quest for a legendary treasure hidden deep in the Canadian wilderness. As they follow cryptic clues and face natural and human dangers, they must rely on their wits and courage to claim the fortune.

Elite athletes win gold medals and lose themselves. Host Riley Knox uncovers the mental health crisis behind Olympic glory—exploring post-competition depression, the courage it takes to step back, and why the world's strongest competitors struggle to ask for help. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.aiThis show includes AI-generated content.

Spain's trajectory from Roman province to global superpower is a story of extremes: convivencia and Inquisition, Reconquista and empire, golden age and decline. Lucas and Luna guide listeners through the layers of Iberian history, from the Islamic caliphate of Córdoba and the Alhambra's last sigh to the Catholic Monarchs' unification, the expulsion of Jews and Muslims, and the flood of American silver that bankrolled the Habsburgs. They explore how the Treaty of Tordesillas divided the world, how the Spanish Road became a lifeline for an empire on which the sun never set, and how the defeat ...

The Spanish Empire was the first global superpower, a realm where the sun never set and where the pursuit of gold and glory fueled centuries of conquest, exploitation, and cultural fusion. From the 1492 voyage of Columbus to the fall of the last colonies in 1898, Spain built an empire that stretched from the viceroyalties of New Spain and Peru to the Philippines and the Spanish Netherlands. This show, hosted by Lucas and Luna, traces the empire's rise through the brutal conquests of Hernán Cortés and Francisco Pizarro, the extraction of silver from Potosí and Zacatecas, and the complex ...

Bernadette Gold Unfiltered is for high achievers, executives, entrepreneurs, creators, and anyone waking up to the knowledge that there is more to life than we have been taught. Hosted by a Master Life Coach, Certified High Performance Coach, Integrative Health Practitioner, and 4th Generation Clairvoyant with twenty-six years of working with people navigating crisis, change, and uncertainty. No filter. No fluff. Just the truth about what is happening in the world, what is running underneath every plateau and pattern that strategy alone cannot reach, and what it actually takes to build a life ...

Host Jack Maddox uncovers the untold truths of the California Gold Rush, revealing that the real winners weren't miners but shrewd merchants, and the real losers were Indigenous communities destroyed by westward greed. From supply-store empires to devastating cultural erasure, discover how fortunes were built on dreams and tragedy. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.aiThis show includes AI-generated content.

Host Jack Maddox digs into the California Gold Rush using actual diaries, letters, and reports from those who lived it. Each episode reveals the raw truth behind the fever — the brutal economics, the silenced voices, and the human cost buried beneath the glittering myth of easy fortune. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.aiThis show includes AI-generated content.

The Cougars have a rich history of Olympians and 2024 is no different. Seven current and former BYU Track athletes will be vying for Olympic gold at the 2024 Summer Games. Courtney Wayment, Whittni Orton Morgan, Conner Mantz, Clayton Young, Kenneth Rooks, and James Corrigan will run for Team USA while Rory Linkletter represents Team Canada. BYU is a big reason for their success. Host Zach Hunter finds out how BYU influenced their running careers and lives. Plus, hear from Cougar coaches and trainers who have helped these runners achieve greatness.

Join us on a captivating historical journey, Afloat on the Ohio, where we embark on a thousand-mile pilgrimage down the iconic Ohio River in a skiff. Accompanied by my wife, our adventurous ten-and-a-half-year-old son, and our insightful doctor friend, we set out not just for leisure, but to immerse ourselves in the rich tapestry of Western history. As the Ohio River played a crucial role in shaping the West, I aimed to intimately experience its many facets—witnessing the landscapes that early settlers encountered and, in my imagination, reviving the spirit of the pioneers. (From the Preface...

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What does it really take to compete at the highest level of sport? On Forging Gold, former pro tennis player Rennae Stubbs takes you inside the world of elite athletics– beyond the trophies and highlight reels, into the moments that define a career. The relentless early mornings. The injuries that almost end everything. The pressure when every eye is on you. Join us each episode to uncover how champions push themselves physically, mentally, and emotionally– to reach the top of their game. From career-defining wins to moments of reinvention, these are the sacrifices that turn hard ...

Dive into a captivating collection of seven short stories that transport you to the vibrant world of the gold fields. Each tale, narrated by David Wales, unveils the adventures and challenges faced by those seeking fortune and excitement in a bygone era.

Set against the backdrop of the 1870s, this captivating tale follows a young man whose infatuation with the sea leads him into a web of intrigue and danger. Persuaded by supporters of a Spanish pretender, he embarks on perilous missions, all while being financially backed by a beautiful yet enigmatic heiress. As he navigates the treacherous waters of love and loyalty, we delve into the complexities of his evolving psyche, caught in the throes of intoxicating romantic passion. (Summary by Peter Dann)

Dive into a captivating collection of short stories and poems by Myrtle Reed. These enchanting tales, often steeped in romance, evoke a unique blend of nostalgia and melancholy that is unmistakably Reeds signature style. Join Carolin as she guides you through the emotional landscapes of love and longing.

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Forget the image of a genteel, parasol-wielding lady gliding through Bendigo! In 1852, 20-year-old Ellen, the daughter of a clergyman, embarked on an adventurous journey with her brother, sailing to Melbourne and then trekking to Bendigo. Sporting a blue serge skirt that doubled as nightwear, she camped under a makeshift tent of blankets, subsisting on mutton, damper, and tea. Upon arrival, she eagerly joined the gold-washing efforts and found joy in the experience. Ellen shares captivating tales of colonial life, transportation, emigration, and the bustling gold-fields. But that’s just the ...